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title: "Intravenous & Topical Fluids"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000830029"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2026-06-26"
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# Intravenous & Topical Fluids

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000830029

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), has initiated a tender process under an active status for the Framework Agreement titled "Intravenous & Topical Fluids". This procurement aims to supply various intravenous and topical fluids to health boards across NHS Scotland, segmented into five categories or "Lots". The contract, valued at approximately £39.67 million GBP, is under an open procedure due for submission by 27th July 2026, aligning with the award date on the same day. This goods procurement, primarily related to the health industry, will be conducted electronically in the UK region UKM.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers in the health and pharmaceutical sectors looking to engage in public contracts. Businesses with the capacity to supply quality intravenous and topical fluids consistent with MHRA standards, including those with ISO 9001 certification, will find this tender suitable. Participants will compete under a multi-supplier unranked framework, promising substantial contracts and the potential for a two-year extension. This procurement process prioritises competitive pricing and continuous supply, offering an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to establish a foothold in the public health service supply chain.

## Notice

This Framework Agreement is for the supply of Intravenous & Topical Fluids to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Goods have been split into five (5) categories, each of which is identified as a "Lot". Full details of each Lot is contained in section II.2 of this notice.

### Lot Information

Glucose 5%, Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50ml, 100ml, 250ml Infusion Bags

Supply of Glucose 5%, Sodium Chloride 0.9% 50ml, 100ml, 250ml Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis and it is envisaged a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants will be awarded to each line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Needle Free Infusion Bags - various presentations

Supply of Needle Free Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis and it is envisaged a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants will be awarded to each line. Full details can be found within the ITT

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

Unlicensed Infusion Bags

Supply of Unlicensed Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis and it is envisaged a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants will be awarded to each line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

A range of Licensed Infusion Bags

Supply of a range of Licensed Infusion Bags to NHS Scotland in a range of presentations. The Authority intends awarding each product line as a multi-supplier unranked framework agreement on a line by line basis and it is envisaged a maximum of three (3) Framework Participants will be awarded to each line. Full details of Goods and volumes can be found within the ITT documents.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

All other product lines (including Topical Fluids)

Supply of all other Intravenous & Topical Fluids and topical fluids to NHS Scotland. The Authority intends awarding each product line within this Lot to a single Framework Participant. Full details can be found within the ITT.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement includes the option to extend for period(s) up to a combined total of twenty-four (24) months, upon giving not less than three (3) months written notice of each extension, such notice to expire no later than the date the Framework Agreement is due to expire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558819 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £39,671,652 |
| Lots value | £25,316,750 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558819

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558819
  Intravenous & Topical Fluids - This Framework Agreement is for the supply of Intravenous & Topical Fluids to health boards across NHS Scotland. The Goods have been split into five (5) categories, each of which is identified as a "Lot". Full details of each Lot is contained in section II.2 of this notice.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830029
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html

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